100 locations inspected across the UK. Average rating: 4.9/5.
Wh Smith has 100 locations across the UK that have been inspected under the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme. The average food hygiene rating is 4.9 out of 5. This is in line with the national average of 4.7/5.
Of all rated locations, 93.2% have achieved the top rating of 5 (Very Good), while 0.0% are rated 0 or 1, indicating urgent or major improvement is needed.
Ratings vary by location — Hillingdon has the lowest average rating for Wh Smith while Birmingham has the highest. Individual restaurant hygiene depends on local management, so always check the rating of the specific branch you plan to visit.
| Name | Post Code | Local Authority | Rating | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH Smith | BS1 6QG | Bristol | 2 | Feb 08, 2026 |
| Local Authority | Locations | Avg Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Camden | 8 | 5.0/5 |
| Westminster | 7 | 5.0/5 |
| City of London Corporation | 6 | 5.0/5 |
| Hillingdon | 6 | 4.5/5 |
| Birmingham | 5 | 5.0/5 |
| Gateshead | 3 | 5.0/5 |
| Oxford City | 3 | 4.7/5 |
| Warrington | 3 | 5.0/5 |
| Belfast City | 2 | 5.0/5 |
| Bolsover | 2 | 5.0/5 |
Wh Smith has an average food hygiene rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 100 inspected locations in the UK. This is above the national average of 4.7/5.
The source snapshot contains 68 Wh Smith locations with the highest rating of 5 (Very Good), representing 93.2% of all rated branches.
The lowest rated Wh Smith locations are in areas like Hillingdon. There are 0 locations rated 0 or 1, indicating they require urgent or major improvement. Always check the specific rating of the branch you plan to visit.